Part-Time School Head Chef: Creative Kitchen Lead

Compass Group UK; London Borough of Hounslow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK&I, is recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to deliver an exceptional culinary experience. The role is contracted to 30 hours per week.

You will lead the kitchen, manage stock and budgets, ensure food safety and hygiene, and motivate the team to deliver high-quality meals across education sector clients. This role offers progression opportunities within Chartwells/Compass Group.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Head Chef role.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building.
• Ability to work under pressure and lead a team.
• Strong timekeeping and reliability.
• Safety-first mindset and commitment to hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Identify opportunities to improve our food service.
• Create a positive kitchen environment where the team feels welcomed and supported.
• Deliver our tasty food concepts to customers.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and uphold a positive brand image.
• Order food, manage stock control and control food waste.
• Oversee kitchen cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
• Manage budgets and meet financial targets.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards and Health & Safety regulations.

Education

City & Guilds 706/1 & 2 or NVQ equivalent

Job description

Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK&I, is recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to deliver an exceptional culinary experience. The role is contracted to 30 hours per week.

You will lead the kitchen, manage stock and budgets, ensure food safety and hygiene, and motivate the team to deliver high-quality meals across education sector clients. This role offers progression opportunities within Chartwells/Compass Group.